It's hard to imagine two more different places than Chicago, Illinois and the Hawaiian Islands. One is a Midwestern urban hub, famous for its architecture and its punishing winters, and the other is a Pacific paradise known for its laid-back lifestyle and sunny, palm-tree-lined beaches. If you're considering a move from Chicago to Hawaii (or vice versa), our guess is that you're looking for a big change. Maybe you want to trade the leisurely pace of island life for that fast-paced city life—or perhaps you've endured one too many Chicago winters and you're ready to ditch your coat in favor of an aloha shirt. Whatever [...]

It’s hard to imagine two more different places than the palm tree paradise of Hawaii and the hub-bub of the Big Apple and its surrounding areas. However, believe it or not, when residents leave Hawaii, New York State is the 13th most popular destination! Because everyone moves for their own reasons, it’s tough to speculate on the exact “why” behind these moves. However, the two states do have a few things in common. Let’s take a look at two parallels between these two places. 2 Key Similarities Between Hawaii and New York #1 – The High Cost of Living If you’re living in New York [...]

If you're moving to Austin, Texas, you won't be alone. In fact, Austin was the fastest-growing U.S. metro area from 2010-2019, and recent averages put the city's growth at about 128 people per day. (!) Given that Austin has been ranked at the top of U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Places to Live in the U.S., it's no wonder that people are flocking to Texas's capital city in droves. However, maybe you ended up here because you're considering a different kind of move—leaving Austin for Hawaii. You wouldn't be the first! In fact, when you take a look at where people come [...]

As the second-closest state to Hawaii (surprisingly, Alaska is the closest!), California is, not surprisingly, a popular destination for former Hawaii residents, specifically San Francisco and, increasingly Oakland. As the cost of living continues to skyrocket in the Bay Area, many are choosing Oaktown, as it's known, for a more affordable and, by all reports, a hipper and artsier living experience. Oakland's population has grown by about 10% in the last 10 years, while San Francisco has only seen about 6% growth in that same period. Part of the growth in Oakland has been fueled by the arrival of several company headquarters, including Blue Shield [...]

When it's time to pack up and say a final aloha to Hawaii, California is the #1 state that Hawaii residents head for, according to the data collected by the IRS. Additionally, within the state, San Francisco is a popular destination. However, did you know the reverse is also true? We see a number of individuals and families who move from the City by the Bay to the Aloha State. At first glance, it might not seem that San Francisco and Hawaii share a ton of similarities, but we found some surprising synergy between the two destinations. We'll show you these unexpected links, which can [...]